Critics praise A24’s “Crystal Lake” series

The first wave of reviews for Crystal Lake, the highly anticipated prequel to the iconic Friday the 13th slasher franchise, has officially arrived. The series is set to premiere in Russia on October 16 via the Amediateka streaming service.

As of this writing, the show holds an 83% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 61 out of 100 on Metacritic. Critics have highlighted the series’ penchant for the absurd, its labyrinthine plot twists, and its visceral gore, while offering particular praise for Linda Cardellini’s (Green Book) compelling performance. Many reviewers have hailed Crystal Lake as a worthy expansion of the franchise that is sure to delight long-time fans.

The narrative explores the haunting origins of Jason Voorhees and his mother, Pamela (portrayed by Cardellini). After the tragic death of her child during summer camp at Crystal Lake, the grieving mother embarks on a brutal, calculated path of vengeance against those she deems responsible.

The project was brought to life by showrunner Brad Caleb Kane (It: Welcome to Derry) and the acclaimed studio A24. In the United States, the series will be distributed by Peacock. The first season consists of eight gripping episodes.

Source: Film.ru